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April 23, 2026
European traders reported on Thursday that buyers in the United States purchased milling wheat from Poland during recent weeks because they were looking for cheaper supplies due to high U.S. prices. The volume involved was estimated differently.
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April 22, 2026
According to maritime security'sources' and United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), at least three container ships were hit by gunfire on Wednesday in the Strait?of?Hormuz. Iran has placed restrictions on the use of the Strait by ships, initially in retaliation to the U.S.
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April 20, 2026
These are the top business stories from the New York Times. These?stories have not been?verified' and?the?New York Times cannot vouch for the accuracy of these stories. After two months of war, sales in the Persian Gulf countries have plummeted. Chris Wright, U.S.
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April 17, 2026
Data showed that Russia will send wheat to Iran via the Caspian sea for the first time since years, in the first quarter of 2026. The war in the Middle East has made the salt lake a more important trade route between the two countries. The Black…
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April 17, 2026
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated 'on Friday' that his country was "prepared" to contribute a mission that would ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Merz, along with his counterparts in France, Britain, and Italy…
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April 16, 2026
After years of warnings by military chiefs that the UK's capabilities were shrinking, the Iran war left Britain's armed services exposed. This put pressure on Keir starmer, Prime Minister, to make good on his promise to invest in defence. After…
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April 16, 2026
The economic newspaper Donya-e-Eqtesad published a report on Thursday that Iran had halted all exports of petrochemicals in order to 'prioritise the domestic supply' and prevent shortages. This was due to the?disrupted production? after Israel attacked several petrochemical centers.
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April 14, 2026
This week, oil and gas 'producer ENI?finished loading the first cargo of Venezuelan heavy?crude to reach Spain in nearly two years. Since Caracas and Washington agreed on a landmark supply deal in January, trading?houses such as Trafigura, Vitol…
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April 13, 2026
Ukrainian 'APK-Inform' agriculture consultancy announced a?revision down of Ukraine’s 58.2 metric ton?grain harvest forecast for 2026. This is compared to the previous outlook 58.6 metric ton?and to 61.1 million tones harvested in 2025. The…
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April 10, 2026
A British official who was aware of the discussions said that Britain would convene the latest round of talks next week with its allies to discuss a way to open up the Strait of Hormuz for shipping without paying tolls to Iran. The official…
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March 27, 2026
Asda's boss said that the U.S. and Israeli 'war on Iran' has caused a spike in demand for fuel, resulting in temporary?shortages? at some of their forecourts. Fears of higher prices and supply disruptions from the conflict are driving motorists to fill up more often.
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March 23, 2026
The number of ships diverting around the Cape of Good Hope is increasing, as the Middle East war has reshaped global shipping routes. This boosts the role of Africa as a hub for bunkering. Since late 2023 when Houthi attacks against Red?Sea?shipping?began…
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March 13, 2026
The United States granted a 30-day waiver to countries that want to purchase Russian oil or?petroleum stranded on the sea. This drew criticism from Germany and its allies in Europe, but was welcomed by Moscow. The U.S. Treasury secretary Scott?Bessent…
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March 12, 2026
The United States has issued a license to countries for a period of 30 days to purchase stranded Russian oil and petroleum products. This was done to help stabilize the global energy markets, which have been shook by the war against Iran. In…
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March 10, 2026
Ukrainian farmers' union UAC announced on Tuesday that the first forward prices for Ukrainian barley from the 2026 harvest will be?in a?range of?$203-$205 per metric ton at CPT Black Sea, and about $208 for grain with high quality. Ukraine is…
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March 9, 2026
U.S. President?Donald Trump announced that he will hold a news conference on Monday, before returning from Florida to Washington. He did not give any details as to what he planned to discuss. After the close of?US. The markets close. The news…
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March 9, 2026
Analysis from ship tracking?platforms Kpler?and Lloyd's List?Intelligence on Monday showed that a?Greek operated oil tanker?sailed?through the Strait?of Hormuz?with?a?cargo?of Saudi Arabian crude?and its destination listed as India. MarineTraffic data showed that the Shenlong Suezmax tanker…
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March 6, 2026
Shell's petrochemical complex in south China, a joint venture with China's CNOOC plans to shut down a steam breaker "soon". It has also informed domestic customers that it is unable to provide certain products. CNOOC & Shell 'Petrochemicals Company Ltd…
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March 4, 2026
Shipping sources reported that the crew of the Maltese container ship Safeen Prestige abandoned ship after it was damaged by a projectile as it sailed towards?the top of the Strait of Hormuz? on Wednesday. Vanguard, a British maritime risk management company…
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March 4, 2026
The export forward price for Ukraine's rapeseed harvest in 2026 could reach $540 to $545 per metric ton, including transport costs, for delivery between July and August, up from $530 to $540 a week earlier, according to the UAC, a major?farmers union.
